In this engaging podcast episode, Charles welcomes Loic Boutet, the CEO of Hexagonal, a leading Ruby agency based in Paris. Loic shares his journey from being a developer to an entrepreneur, emphasizing his choice to bootstrap his company for the sake of freedom and control. He believes that many startups focus too much on raising funds rather than building a solid company. The conversation delves into the startup ecosystem in France, the value of bootstrapping, and the potential pitfalls of relying on venture capital. Loic also touches on the future of fintech, the role of AI in businesses, and how it can revolutionize customer support.